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Robot or barista? This Las Vegas cafe has both

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · May 13

At a time when fact-based journalism and community storytelling are more essential than ever, we need your support to keep this vital service strong and independent.⁠
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It only takes a few seconds to support public media.⁠

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · May 13

⁠This goes far beyond a line item in the federal budget; it's part of a broader push that could dramatically weaken or dismantle the public media system, including Nevada Public Radio.⁠

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · May 13

🧵: An Executive Order from the White House directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to stop funding NPR, PBS, and other public media services.⁠

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · May 9

In case you missed it, check out the winning photos from our 2025 Focus on Nevada Photo Contest, and see more from the event below! knpr.org/fon2025

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · May 1

Public media thrives because of amazing individuals like YOU! Your generosity fuels a huge source of funding, and your engagement drives our impact. YOU are the reason we keep going. Join us for #PMGD2025 and contribute today to make a lasting difference in public media: tinyurl.com/4dnxt8yt ❤️

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · May 1

It's finally here: Our photo issue! Check out all the winners of our 2025 Focus on Nevada Photo Contest.

Read the May issue now at desertcompanion.com, or find a newsstand to pick up a copy, this time with four cover designs!

📷 John Gilday, Jose Devalos, Sydney Carnevale, Ron Rierson

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 26

The House recently passed legislation to require people to prove they are U.S. citizens when they register to vote. Native American groups, however, argue the proposal, if signed into law, would make it difficult for tribal members.

➡️ Hear or read the story: tinyurl.com/3k2frfbe

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 25

Some of the country’s most beloved national parks – including many across the West – could see substantial jumps in the number of extremely hot days in the coming decades, according to a new report.

➡️ Hear or read more: tinyurl.com/cxm8ryw4

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 24

Cloufee & Tea is the first coffee shop in Las Vegas whose main barista is Adam – a stationary robot who knows not only how to make drinks but also talk to customers and remember faces. tinyurl.com/5ysvw2ym

Can robots do the job of humans?  We know it’s done in car factories. But what about in places where human interaction is more intimate? 

Mom of 'Free Solo' climber, this Las Vegas resident is just as impressive

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 24

Homelessness is growing throughout Nevada, but especially in Clark County. Now, plans are being made for a 20-acre site on Charleston and Jones boulevards to create the project, called Campus for Hope.

➡️ Hear more: tinyurl.com/yurrfyyx

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 24

Las Vegas resident Alex Honnold is perhaps the most famous rock climber in the world. Lesser known — but in some ways equally remarkable — are the feats of Honnold’s mother, Dierdre Wolownick.

Hear our full interview: tinyurl.com/2bw436cn

Las Vegas resident Alex Honnold is perhaps the most famous rock climber in the world. Lesser known — but just as impressive — is his mother.

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 23

The loss of support could make it much harder to inspect factories producing things like baby formula, eye drops, cinnamon and a range of generic drugs, all of which have had manufacturing problems that led to recalls in recent years.

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 22

The Trump administration is opening up almost 113 million acres of land to logging. That’s nearly 60% of our nation’s forests, and they’re mostly in our region.

➡️ See, read and hear more: tinyurl.com/3nzbuyzf

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 22

Do you have tickets to Mondays Dark yet? Our event is less than two weeks away at The Space, and we cannot wait to see what incredible talent they have in store! Let's raise #10kIn90Minutes for Nevada Public Radio, celebrating Cinco de Mayo!⁠
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➡️ Get your tickets now at thespaceLV.com.

How and what do you recycle in Southern Nevada? We'll tell you

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 22

This Earth Day, many of us are thinking of ways to keep our communities clean. Recycling is one of those ways, but it can be confusing. At the end of last year, we spoke with some experts about what you can recycle, how and where.

♻️ Hear the full segment or read more: tinyurl.com/2x8257ua

Between Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve, the EPA estimates that waste in the U.S. increases by more than 25%, or by about 1 million tons. That’s 2 billion pounds of garbage.

Where does Nevada’s lone congressional Republican stand on the issues?

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 21

One policymaker who supports Trump’s goals is Mark Amodei, who is in the U.S. House representing Northern Nevada. He’s in a unique position as a member of the powerful Ways and Means Committee.

So, where does Nevada’s lone Congressional Republican stand on the issues? tinyurl.com/5fbynr6p

One policymaker who supports the administration’s goals is Mark Amodei, who is in the U.S. House representing large parts of Northern Nevada.

Diagnosed with 'dense breasts'? You may need more than a mammogram

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 21

About 40% of women fall into the categories ranging from dense to extremely dense breasts — putting them at higher risk of developing cancer. When is magnetic resonance imaging, known as MRI, or other follow-up imaging a good idea? tinyurl.com/mr2bsu88

About 40% of women have dense or extremely dense breasts. Online risk assessment tools can help women decide if a breast MRI is a good idea.

The Lyrid meteor shower is expected to dazzle the night sky beginning this week

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 18

We know President Donald Trump’s tariffs are here, so what might it look like later this year? Can we even begin to predict what will happen?

It’s maybe the biggest question on everyone’s mind, but especially two economists we spoke with; hear the full interview: tinyurl.com/2c48hz6c

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 18

The Lyrid meteor shower, one of the oldest annual meteor showers known to humankind, will once again grace Earth's sky this week.

In Southern Nevada and want to catch them? Drive out to the desert for the best views, or visit one of our state's dark sky locations.

🌠 tinyurl.com/dh369kbt

The Lyrid meteor shower will reach a peak later this month, but stargazers can catch a first glimpse beginning Wednesday night.

Elementary students are struggling with math. Could better teacher prep programs improve scores?

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 17

President Trump says his administration is actively exploring a proposal to detain U.S. citizens and send them to prisons in El Salvador.

📰 Read the latest: tinyurl.com/2ewfypuz

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Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 16

A significant number of students in Nevada are struggling with math. But a teachers’ organization says it might not just be about students having trouble with learning math – it might also have to do with how they’re being taught math skills. knpr.org/2025-04-15/...

A recent study looked at undergraduate and graduate college math programs that prepare elementary school teachers and how much instructional time is devoted to teaching basic concepts and how to teach math. Only 1 in 8 programs met certain recommended minimums.

Immigration coalition addresses rumblings of expanded ICE presence in Southern Nevada

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 16

Amid rumblings and fear of a larger presence from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Southern Nevada this week, attorneys and immigration groups are urging people to plan ahead but not to panic.

Via Nevada Current: knpr.org/local/2025-...

Amid rumblings and fear of a larger presence from Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Southern Nevada this week, attorneys and immigration groups are urging people to plan ahead but not to panic.

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 16

As the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act heads to the Senate, there has been growing debate on how the bill may affect voting for millions of married women, particularly those who have changed their last names, if it becomes law. knpr.org/npr/2025-04...

Rocky Mountain snowpack is contaminated by mercury and other metals, study finds

Nevada Public Radio (KNPR) @knpr.org · Apr 16

The Desert Research Institute in Reno, Nev., examined snow samples from nearly 50 sites in the Rocky Mountains. Researchers melted down the snow and found mercury, zinc, cadmium, and antimony in the water. knpr.org/2025-04-08/...

A new study reveals snow in the Rocky Mountains is contaminated with mercury and other metals, and that pollution has historic causes.